Mechanical Project Manager - Europe

ProSource Group; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ProSource Group is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to lead data centre projects in Germany and Belgium. You will take overall responsibility for delivery of mechanical services, develop execution strategies and manage from mobilisation through commissioning and handover.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in mechanical construction/project management, a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, and proven experience with large-scale mechanical building services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical construction/project management.
• Experience delivering large-scale mechanical building services projects.
• Significant experience working for a mechanical contractor.
• Proven data centre project experience is strongly preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work internationally.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the delivery of the mechanical services package.
• Develop and manage the mechanical project execution strategy.
• Establish project objectives, deliverables, milestones and KPIs.
• Manage the project from mobilisation through installation, commissioning and final handover.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to required quality standards.
• Chair regular mechanical coordination and progress meetings.
• Maintain communication with Project Director, client, consultant, main contractor and stakeholders.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Coordinate mechanical activities with civil, structural, electrical, architectural and specialist packages.
• Plan labour, plant, materials and subcontractor requirements.

Skills

Mechanical project management

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Trade background

Building Services Engineering

Job description

ProSource Group are working with a leading Mechanical Contractor who is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager for Data Centre Projects in Germany & Belgium. Due to their continued expansion there will be an opportunity for progression & growth within the company. Ideally the individual can work as part of a team, but also take the initiative to work on a project solely.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the delivery of the mechanical services package.
• Develop and manage the mechanical project execution strategy.
• Establish project objectives, deliverables, milestones and key performance indicators.
• Manage the project from mobilisation through installation, commissioning and final handover.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Chair regular mechanical coordination and progress meetings.
• Maintain effective communication with the Project Director, client, consultant, main contractor and project stakeholders.
• Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure all project documentation and records are maintained to company and client requirements.
• Develop and maintain detailed mechanical project programmes in conjunction with the planning team.
• Monitor progress against agreed milestones and identify potential delays at an early stage.
• Coordinate mechanical activities with civil, structural, electrical, architectural and specialist packages.
• Plan labour, plant, materials and subcontractor requirements.
• Drive short-term and look-ahead planning with the site management team.
• Support recovery programmes where project performance falls behind target.
• Ensure procurement activities align with the construction programme.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical construction/project management.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Trade Background, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale mechanical building services projects.
• Significant experience working for a mechanical contractor.
• Proven data centre project experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing projects with mechanical packages in the €10m+ range would be advantageous.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary construction interfaces.
• Demonstrable experience through installation, commissioning and handover.
• Experience working with major main contractors, consultants and international clients.
• Previous experience working on projects in Ireland and/or mainland Europe is highly desirable.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work internationally for extended project periods.